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G896 VDV

1990 Yamaha FZR1000

Yellow Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

588 mi
Last recorded588 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2006
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FZR100031,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG896 VDV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1990
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2006 588 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 588 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 22 Aug 2006 585 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?

Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
reflector on motorcycle missing 280
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 155
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G896 VDV is a 1990 Yamaha FZR1000 in Yellow with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 31,396 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G896 VDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 36 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G896 VDV registered?

G896 VDV is a 1990 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 7 March 1990.

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The MOT history for G896 VDV shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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